1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 947 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | GTA | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
